Senior Solutions Architect (Florida US) [533]

About the role

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Solution Architect! In this role, you will build and deliver quantum optimization solutions for customer applications while working with delivery leads, applications developers, and other solutions architects within the professional services department.

Additionally, you will work with our internal teams and external customers to review customer business problems, map these problems to D-Wave’s hybrid solvers and advanced quantum systems, formulate solutions, build and test prototypes, and build applications that run in production for our customers. Please note that this is a hybrid role with the expectation of two days per week on-site in Boca Raton.

What you'll do

• Build customer applications on the D-Wave quantum computer and internal tools
• Ensure successful delivery of projects to achieve business value for customers
• Communicate capabilities with customers and ask probing questions to understand the problem and propose solutions
• Gather requirements on customer use cases, lead brainstorming sessions, consult with customers on potential solutions, model use cases mathematically, and design and develop quantum hybrid applications
• Build and maintain relationships with leaders across various groups within D-Wave
• Share customer and project-related insights with D-Wave's tools and product teams and help prioritize new product features
• Organize, prepare, and present technical information in a clear and effective manner
• Participate in the development of an inclusive, helpful, fun environment

About You

• Masters, PhD, or equivalent in Operations Research, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related technical field preferred
• A professional with 5+ years experience with Python. Knowledge of NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, and Networkx is an extra bonus!
• Experienced working directly with external customers (ideally in a consulting role) to identify requirements and consult on solutions to complex business problems
• Experienced using leading optimization tools and techniques including Gurobi, CPLEX, genetic algorithms, and simulated annealing
• Practical with a view of what it means to solve customer problems, with a strong sense of urgency and an understanding of project delivery requirements
• Strong knowledge of mathematical modeling and optimization solution techniques
• Experience with a version control software such as Git
• Experience building applications to solve complex business problems for customers in a production environment
• Collaborative mindset and solid interpersonal skills
• Passionate for writing state-of-the-art Python code
• Experience providing technical leadership from business problem definition, functional requirements specifications, to solution design and implementation
• Proven record of successful on-time delivery of projects with a high degree of predictability and quality
• Preferably experienced within industries such as Manufacturing, Logistics, Retail, Services

A D-Waver's DNA

• We look at the future and say “why not”.
• We see possibilities where others see problems or routines.
• We show the way ahead and are committed to achieving ambitious goals.

• We practice straight talk and listen generously to each other with empathy.
• We value different opinions and points of views.
• We ensure that we connect outside as well as inside to learn from others and inspire each other.

• We hold ourselves accountable for delivering results. We make decisions & take responsibility so that we can act & support each other.
• As leaders we motivate & engage our teams to undertake beyond what they originally thought possible, by developing our teams & creating the conditions for people to grow and empower themselves through enabling & coaching.

Pay and benefits

We believe providing D-Wavers with company ownership, competitive pay, and a range of meaningful benefits is the start of creating a culture where people want to give the best they’ve got — not because they’re simply making money, but because they’ve fallen in love with our vision, mission, values, and team.

During the interview process, your Recruiter will review our total rewards with you (base, equity, bonus, perks, benefit, culture). The final offer is determined by your proficiencies within this level.

Inclusion

We celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. Our employees range from distinguished domain experts with decades of experience in their respective fields, to bright and motivated graduates eager to make their mark. Our diverse and innovative team will make you feel appreciated, supported and empower your career growth at D-Wave.

The Fine Print: No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

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• About Company ---

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NASDAQ: QBTS) is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. It is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the first and only to offer dual-platform quantum computing products and services, spanning both annealing and gate-model quantum computing technologies.

D-Wave’s mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum today through enterprise-grade systems available on-premises and via its Leap™ quantum cloud service, which offers 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations across commercial, government, and research sectors trust D-Wave to address complex computational challenges using quantum computing.

Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how D-Wave is shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow:.